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10-Day Yucatan Adventures

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Overview

Entering this Yucatan tour is like opening a chest full of endless treasures and over these 10 days, you'll do just that!

This Mexican state is home to a stunning array of cultural treasures and varied natural landscapes: ancient Mayan ruins and contemporary indigenous villages; sprawling haciendas and gorgeous colonial cities; modern museums and proud inhabitants faithful to the customs they inherited from a fascinating mix of past centuries. Add to that the state’s natural riches, including the world’s largest (and pinkest) colony of flamingos and geologic idiosyncrasies like cenotes and a vast network of caves.

Located on the eastern side of the Yucatan Peninsula, Quintana Roo offers the beautiful waters of the Caribbean Sea, top-notch tourist resorts, white-sand beaches, marvellous ecological reserves and ancient Mayan ruins. Here, you can visit long stretches of beaches, impressive hotels and the Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve, which was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
Outdoors & Nature
Adventure
Culture & Arts
Food & Drink
Sightseeing
Wellness

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive in Cancun and Drive to Valladolid

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Arrive in Cancun and Drive to Valladolid

Upon your arrival at Cancun airport, you'll meet your driver and transfer to Valladolid. The 'Capital of the Maya East', Valladolid, is a small and authentic Mexican town that is delightful to wander around. This peaceful town, built in the sixteenth century by Francisco de Montejo, is dominated by the imposing sobriety of the Franciscan convent San Bernardino de Siena. After checking into your hotel, you'll have the rest of the day free to explore on your own.

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    Accommodation

    El Mesón del Marqués5 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    ValladolidOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Cancun International Airport to Hotel El Mesón del Marqués

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    Destinations

    Valladolid

Day 2

Cenote Xkeken Swimming, Chichen Itza & Izamal Sightseeing

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Cenote Xkeken Swimming, Chichen Itza & Izamal Sightseeing

Today, you'll visit the Cenote Xkeken where you'll take a refreshing dip in a beautiful underground cave which due to a peculiar light beam, appears turquoise. Then, you'll head to Chichen Itza, built by the Mayans and then reorganised by the Toltecs. Chichen Itza, the largest archaeological site in Yucatan, symbolises the unification of both religious cultures and was one of the most important religious centres of the peninsula. You'll arrive at Izamal in the evening.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Rinconada del Convento3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Cenote X'Keken and Samula

    Chichén Itzá

    Yellow Town of Izamal

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Valladolid to Cenotes X'kekén y Samula

    Private Driver from Cenotes X'kekén y Samula to Chichén-Itzá

    Private Driver from Chichén-Itzá to Izamal

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Valladolid

    Yucatan

    Izamal

Day 3

Cooking Class in Merida

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Cooking Class in Merida

When you think of Mexican food, what comes to mind? Nachos? Burritos? Tacos? Whichever it is, it's probably full of meat and cheese! Today is your opportunity to learn about traditional Mayan cooking, using only plant-based ingredients. You'll travel to Merida to stroll through the market and choose your ingredients with your guide. You'll then return to prepare lunch, completely from scratch! Enjoy these exciting flavours and take these recipes home with you.

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    Accommodation

    Kukā y Naranjo

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Cooking Class in Merida

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Hotel Rinconada del Convento to Kukā y Naranjo

    Private Driver from Mérida to Kukā y Naranjo

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Izamal

    Mérida

Day 4

A Little Paradise near Merida

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A Little Paradise near Merida

Continue your Yucatan tour with a yoga class to start your day! After yoga, you'll drive along this incredible coastline to a small fishing port where you will explore the beautiful, peaceful lagoons by kayak. Gaze upon flora and fauna and spot the beautifully graceful flamingos that live here in the mangroves. Cross the lagoon to refresh yourselves in an ojo de agua, a small source of freshwater. You'll have lunch on the boat and enjoy some of the locally caught fish.

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    Accommodation

    Kukā y Naranjo

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Yoga Class at Kukā y Naranjo

    Yucatan Kayak Tour

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Kukā y Naranjo to Chuburna Puerto

    Private Driver from Chuburna Puerto to Kukā y Naranjo

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Mérida

    Chuburná

Day 5

Uxmal and Kabah Sightseeing

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Uxmal and Kabah Sightseeing

This archaeological site is peaceful and not widely visited by tourists. Uxmal, in the Mayan language, means “Thrice Built”, but in reality, the city was constructed five times and is one of the best-preserved sites. Water is very scarce in the region which explains the omnipresence of representations of the rain god Chac-Mool. In the late afternoon, discover the archaeological site of Kabah, which belongs to the well-known Ruta Puuc (composed of the sites of Kabah, Labna, Sayil and Uxmal).

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    Accommodation

    Hacienda Puerta Campeche4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Uxmal

    Kabah

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Kukā y Naranjo to Uxmal

    Private Driver from Uxmal to Kabah

    Private Driver from Kabah to Campeche

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Mérida

    Uxmal

    Yucatan

    Campeche

Day 6

Explore the Forts and Drive to Calakmul

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Explore the Forts and Drive to Calakmul

Today, you'll spend your morning in the city of Campeche, a UNESCO colonial baroque city and World Heritage Site. Campeche oozes charm on every corner: take some time to stroll through the beautiful colonial port, visit various Mayan ceremonial centres, wander down the 'Malecon' and explore the fort. You'll then depart late morning to the archaeological site of Calakmul. You'll arrive in Calakmul in the afternoon and relax in your hotel which is hidden away in the jungle.

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    Accommodation

    Casa Ka'an2 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    CampecheOptional Activity

    Fort San MiguelOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Campeche to Casa Ka´an

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Campeche

Day 7

Ancient Mayan City and the Biosphere Reserve of Calakmul

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Ancient Mayan City and the Biosphere Reserve of Calakmul

Today, you'll experience tropical nature and Mayan archaeology at its best. By private car, you'll travel to the Calakmul archaeological site, one of the main cities of the Classic Mayan period with more than 6000 buildings. The Ka'an dynasty reigned in this city for over 1300 years and became one of the most powerful dynasties known as far as Honduras. As well as this historical importance, the city is based in the largest tropical reserve in Mexico.

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    Accommodation

    Casa Ka'an2 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Calakmul Tour

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Campeche

Day 8

Ecotourism Kayaking in Bacalar

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Ecotourism Kayaking in Bacalar

Today, you'll depart for Bacalar, the lagoon of seven colours. You'll spend the afternoon kayaking across the beautiful lagoon of Bacalar and entering the peaceful mangroves where many bird species can be spotted. If you are lucky you may see snakes, tapirs or even crocodiles in the mangroves. You'll travel through these canals for two hours before rejoining the lagoon and taking a break on a small beach where you will have time to swim.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Aires Bacalar2 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Laguna Bacalar

    Kayaking in Bacalar

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Casa Ka´an to Lake Bacalar

    Private Driver from Lake Bacalar to Hotel Aires Bacalar

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Campeche

    Quintana Roo

    Bacalar

Day 9

Tulum Sightseeing and Free Time

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Tulum Sightseeing and Free Time

After breakfast, you'll head north and visit the archaeological site of Tulum. This World Heritage Site sits on a cliff edge facing the Caribbean sea and witnessed the arrival of the first colonists. In 1518, the Spanish conquistador Juan de Grijalva set foot on the beach, under the stunned eye of Batab (Mayan governor of the time). You'll visit the ancient harbour, built in 1200, and spend your afternoon at leisure in the gorgeous beach town of Tulum.

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    Accommodation

    Hip Hotel Tulum3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Tulum Archaeological Site

    Free Time in TulumOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Hotel Aires Bacalar to Ruinas de Tulum

    Private Driver from Ruinas de Tulum to Tulum

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Bacalar

    Quintana Roo

    Tulum

Day 10

Hasta Luego Mexico

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Hasta Luego Mexico

Your exciting Yucatan tour ends today. This morning, after breakfast, you'll depart from the hotel in private transportation to Cancun Airport and arrive at the terminal at least three hours before your flight departure.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Hip Hotel Tulum to Cancun International Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Quintana Roo

Included in Price

  • 9 nights accommodation
  • 12 activities
  • 9 breakfasts and 3 lunches
  • Airport transfer
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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